Finance Director Job ID: REF96460K

Job Description

We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead the finance function for our Tires business in Brazil and Mercosur (plant and sales operations). This role is responsible for ensuring the financial and fiscal health of the legal entity, aligned with Group strategy and governance standards.

You will oversee Accounting, Treasury, Tax, and Customs, acting as a key business partner to support strategic decision-making and drive performance across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance function (Accounting, Treasury, Tax, and Customs) across Brazil and Mercosur, including support to Argentina
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, local regulations, and risk management standards
• Oversee financial planning and reporting (Actuals, Forecast, Budget), delivering accurate and timely insights to leadership
• Consolidate and analyze regional performance to support strategic decision-making
• Ensure statutory, tax, and regulatory compliance, including audits and corrective actions
• Drive tax optimization and support import/export efficiency
• Define and execute finance strategy aligned with business objectives
• Partner with key stakeholders across the business, including procurement and leadership teams
• Manage contracts, insurance, and real estate topics
• Maintain relationships with government authorities and industry associations

Additional Information

• International or intercultural experience
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environments
• Strong strategic and analytical mindset
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive business decisions

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or related fields
• Solid experience in Finance
• Experience in leadership roles, managing teams
• Strong background in:
  • Accounting, Treasury, and Controlling
  • Compliance and internal controls
  • Financial and management reporting
• Experience in multinational companies and matrix organizations
• Fluency in English

Company Description

A Continental desenvolve tecnologias e serviços pioneiros para a mobilidade sustentável e conectada de pessoas e seus bens. Fundada em 1871, a empresa de tecnologia oferece soluções seguras, eficientes, inteligentes e acessíveis para veículos, máquinas, trânsito e transporte. Em 2022, a Continental gerou vendas de € 39,4 bilhões e atualmente emprega cerca de 200.000 pessoas em 57 países e mercados.